1986 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
